Head of Aboriginal Strategy & Housing Reform

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, autonomous work environment

Training and development opportunities

Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assist

Competitive pay and conditions

Job summary

Department of Communities and Justice in Parramatta, NSW, seeks a Manager Aboriginal Strategy to lead complex policy and reform initiatives for Aboriginal outcomes within housing and homelessness services. You will provide high‑level advice to senior leaders, manage resources and coach a team to deliver strategic objectives.

The role requires deep understanding of Aboriginal communities, strong policy skills, and proven capability to influence government and sector partners.

Qualifications

• Experience leading policy reform in housing, homelessness or related service systems.
• Strong understanding of Aboriginal policy, history and community needs.
• Ability to influence diverse stakeholders and senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex policy, strategy and reform initiatives for Aboriginal outcomes.
• Manage resources and team performance, with work planning and coaching.
• Provide high‑level advice to senior leaders to meet strategic objectives.
• Drive alignment of resources to deliver priorities within Homes NSW.

Skills

Policy leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Team management

Job description

Department of Communities and Justice in Parramatta, NSW, seeks a Manager Aboriginal Strategy to lead complex policy and reform initiatives for Aboriginal outcomes within housing and homelessness services. You will provide high‑level advice to senior leaders, manage resources and coach a team to deliver strategic objectives.

The role requires deep understanding of Aboriginal communities, strong policy skills, and proven capability to influence government and sector partners.